Summary of Vendor Procurement Manager:
The Vendor Procurement Manager is responsible for the successful procurement of labor and materials from a network of subcontractors and material suppliers to support customer needs. This role leads and develops a Vendor Procurement Team to ensure vendor coverage, maintain supplies, and meet customer performance and margin goals. The Manager also oversees team performance, processes, and systems, and supports onboarding for new customer accounts.
Oversee identification and resolution of vendor coverage gaps impacting customer locations.
Maintain existing vendor relationships, including scorecard development, onsite visits, and issue resolution.
Create and implement operational enhancements for improved vendor supply chain efficiency.
Develop and manage daily performance metrics for the Vendor Procurement Team.
Obtain favorable pricing and contract terms from vendors; draft and negotiate labor and supply agreements.
Participate in customer opportunity calls and support onboarding processes.
Analyze market conditions and delivery systems to assess current and future material availability.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Directly supervises 3–5 employees within the Vendor Procurement department.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning work, performance evaluations, discipline, complaint resolution, and continuous team development in alignment with company policies and applicable laws.
Bachelor’s degree (BA) from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and 1–2 years of related experience and/or training.
3–5 years of experience in:
Vendor recruiting
Management/supervision
Fire & Life Safety industry required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
Ethics: Maintains integrity and professionalism; builds trust and upholds company values.
Adaptability: Effectively manages change; adjusts to competing demands and shifting priorities.
Managing People: Supports team growth, sets clear expectations, provides regular feedback, and fosters a quality-focused environment.
Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and confidently; engages in effective dialogue and active listening; contributes to group discussions and presentations.
Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, or crawl.
Frequently required to sit, use hand/finger dexterity, and talk or hear.
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. when needed.
Work environment typically has a moderate noise level.